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I wore my Afro hair at a job interview and did not get the job. Here is what that experience taught me…

I vaguely remember them making a comment about my hair. “Oh, you have…" they pause "so much hair” they continue. It was less about the message, more about...

These 25 Afro hairstyles inspo shots will have you rockin’ your natural hair immediately

There's just something about Afro hairstyles… It must be the way coils wrap around each other, or their versatility, perhaps it's the the fact that there are 1001...

Why hair shops aren’t always a safe space for Black women

According to market and consumer data giant Statista, the UK's hair care market was measured at £1.5 billion in 2022, with Black British women spending six times more...

27 of the best box braids styles ever to inspire your next look

Black girls everywhere make a great case as to why box braids may be the coolest and most timeless hairstyle. The beauty of braids is that they come...

Keke Palmer went blonde, and the masses simply cannot handle it

Is that Keke Palmer, or is it Barbie? The actor and musician totally transformed her look and went bright platinum blonde wig with a lace so invisible it...

I’m a Black woman and these are the lip liners that actually work on my dark skin

Whether you like your lips glossy or matte, lip liners are amongst the top-tier secret weapons to elevate your pout in an instant. However, as many Black skin...

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Women Who Win: Kristina Blahnik On Curiosity, Community and the Power of Vulnerability

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I Tried the ‘Oil’ Manicure Trend, and My Nails Looked Like They’d Just Had a Facial

If you're into nails, this time of year is all about rich, wintery hues—think deep burgundy, chocolate browns, and my personal favourite, jet...

The Experts Have Spoken: 13 Best Supplements for Winter to Boost Wellbeing

As much as it pains me to admit it, winter is firmly on its way. And aside from digging out your fluffy coats...